Resource Linking: Connecting the Dots in Your Operations

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Resource linking transforms operations from a scattered set of assets into a connected, intelligent system. It’s a smarter way to track dependencies — clearly showing who is using what, where everything is located, and how resources interact.

Imagine being able to instantly answer:

  • Which equipment is assigned to which officer?
  • Who to contact at a specific site when an alarm goes off?
  • Where each piece of equipment is installed, assigned, or stored?

With resource linking, you gain complete visibility into your operational landscape — allowing every piece to fall into place effortlessly.


 

Creating a link between resources

To create a link between two resources, open the resource details view. You’ll find a section for Linked resources. From there:

  1. Click Add link
  2. Choose a predefined relation type. Each resource category will offer a set of predefined relationship types tailored for that category.
  3. Select the resource you want to link.
  4. Finalize by clicking "Add link".


 

💡Only one link of a given type can exist between two resource entities. If a link already exists, it must be removed before creating a new one of the type.


 

Reverse linking

Every time you link one resource to another — for example, linking Officer A to Equipment B — the system automatically creates a reverse link. That means:

  • Officer A will show a link to Equipment B, and 
  • Equipment B will also display a link back to Officer A

This bidirectional linking ensures that no matter which resource you're viewing, you always see the full context. It improves navigation, clarity, and operational awareness, helping teams stay aligned and informed.






 

Types of relationships available for resources


 

People

People → People

RelationshipReverse Relationship
Reports toHas report
Works withWorks with

People → Equipment

RelationshipReverse Relationship
Has assignedIs assigned to

People → Places

RelationshipReverse Relationship
Works inHas working in
Is assigned toHas assigned

 

Equipment

Equipment → Equipment

RelationshipReverse Relationship
Contained inContains
Used byIs using
ConnectedConnected
Replaced byReplaces

Equipment → Place

RelationshipReverse Relationship
Located inIs location of

 

Places

Place → Place

RelationshipReverse Relationship
Is inHas

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